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Land Rover Defender

Green · Diesel · 2001 · 2,495 cc

X748 GGHMOT history

X748 GGH is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 28 Feb 2001. Its MOT expired on 7 Mar 2026 and it has passed 14 of 22 MOT tests, with 160,695 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Feb 2025.

X748 GGH green Land Rover Defender – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Land Rover Defender, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 7 Mar 2026
Mileage
160,695 mi
At MOT on 13 Feb 2025
MOT tests
22
14 passed · 8 failed
Per year
3,904 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X748 GGH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
28 Feb 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 7 Mar 2026
Latest MOT test
13 Feb 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

X748 GGH was last recorded at 160,695 miles on 13 Feb 2025, 1,336 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Mar 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 17 Jul 2009: 100,758 miles, lower than 953,916 miles on 4 Feb 2008.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
159,359 miles · 8 Mar 2024
Between the last two tests
1,336 miles
Average per year
3,904 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 160,695 miles
  • 2024 – 159,359 miles
  • 2022 – 154,454 miles
  • 2021 – 151,185 miles
  • 2019 – 142,163 miles
  • 2017 – 134,954 miles
  • 2016 – 128,961 miles
  • 2014 – 121,479 miles
  • 2013 – 116,658 miles
  • 2012 – 111,693 miles
  • 2010 – 105,510 miles
  • 2009 – 100,758 miles
  • 2008 – 953,916 miles
  • 2006 – 87,394 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass160,695 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Nearside Front Seat belt slightly damaged

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Offside Front Seat belt slightly damaged

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2014

  • Power steering pump has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2014

Full MOT history

22 tests since 6 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass160,695 miles (+1,336)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    160,695 miles
    Test number
    745360674446

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass159,359 miles (+9)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    159,359 miles
    Test number
    403186507415
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  3. Fail159,350 miles (+25)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,350 miles
    Test number
    765082558660
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Brake pipe likely to become detached or damaged Unacceptable repair, Compression joints of a type using separate ferrules used (1.1.11 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  4. Fail159,325 miles (+4,871)2 dangerous18 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,325 miles
    Test number
    967106233069
    • DangerousDriver's door likely to open inadvertently or not remain closed (6.2.3 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • MajorCentral Front Upper Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush Steering Damper/Shock (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorDriver's door does not latch securely closed (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded Front To Rear Pipe (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Fuel system component leaking Fuel Filter/Filter Housing (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorSteering box leaking to the extent that oil is dripping (2.1.1 (e) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
  5. Pass154,454 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2023
    Odometer
    154,454 miles
    Test number
    180726823920
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Steering Damper Bush Worn
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
  6. Fail154,454 miles (+3,269)5 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,454 miles
    Test number
    301972747424
    • MajorNearside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorSteering box has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) (2.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Steering Damper Bush Worn
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
  7. Pass151,185 miles (+9,022)
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2022
    Odometer
    151,185 miles
    Test number
    682945840026

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass142,163 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    142,163 miles
    Test number
    740691139165
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  9. Fail142,163 miles (+95)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,163 miles
    Test number
    702577080659
    • Repaired at testRear fog lamp does not emit a steady red light (4.5.4 (a))
    • Repaired at testRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  10. Fail142,068 miles (+7,114)2 dangerous5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,068 miles
    Test number
    663946069704
    • DangerousExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust emits clearly visible black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp does not emit a steady red light (4.5.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  11. Pass134,954 miles (+5,993)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2018
    Odometer
    134,954 miles
    Test number
    568773854252
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion cross member (6.1.B.2)
  12. Pass128,961 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    128,961 miles
    Test number
    808050481378
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin and nearside front (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryNearside front/offside rear and nearside rear tyres have age cracking
  13. Fail128,961 miles (+7,482)1 dangerous1 failure7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,961 miles
    Test number
    186318041080
    • DangerousNearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin and nearside front (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryNearside front/offside rear and nearside rear tyres have age cracking
  14. Pass121,479 miles (+51)8 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    121,479 miles
    Test number
    148424744084
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • NoteO/s r tyre & n/s/r tyre perished
  15. Fail121,428 miles (+4,770)3 failures8 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,428 miles
    Test number
    305711644049
    • FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Driver's door hinge insecure (6.2.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • NoteO/s r tyre & n/s/r tyre perished
  16. Pass116,658 miles (+4,965)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    116,658 miles
    Test number
    256933123051

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass111,693 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    111,693 miles
    Test number
    905309612018

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail111,693 miles (+6,183)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,693 miles
    Test number
    277556902061
    • FailureNearside Rear brake disc contaminated by oil (3.5.1h)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailurePower steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)
    • FailurePower steering inoperative (2.3.3a)
    • FailureSteering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) (2.2.A.1a)
  19. Pass105,510 miles (+4,752)
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    105,510 miles
    Test number
    902126710284

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass100,758 miles (-853,158)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    100,758 miles
    Test number
    234798599442
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
  21. Pass953,916 miles (+866,522)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    953,916 miles
    Test number
    172975638451
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
  22. Pass87,394 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2007
    Odometer
    87,394 miles
    Test number
    960616826107
    • AdvisoryFront Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteTemporary fuel cap fitted

Questions about X748 GGH

Does X748 GGH currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on X748 GGH expired on 7 Mar 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on X748 GGH?
The MOT on X748 GGH expired on 7 Mar 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has X748 GGH done?
X748 GGH was recorded at 160,695 miles at its MOT on 13 Feb 2025, an average of 3,904 miles a year.
Has X748 GGH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X748 GGH has failed 8 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Mar 2024.
Has the mileage on X748 GGH ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 17 Jul 2009. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on X748 GGH find?
X748 GGH passed its latest MOT on 13 Feb 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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